Director, Advanced Customer Site Connectivity Solutions

Caterpillar

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irving, TX
Salary
$189,080–$283,630 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 9, 2026

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This role pays more than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $194,800–$271,112 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $236k versus about $233k for comparable roles.

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing

Caterpillar currently has 131 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$192,710 across 125 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, Advanced Customer Site Connectivity Solutions

The Director, Advanced Customer Site Connectivity Solutions is a senior leader within the Product Support team responsible for defining and delivering technology that enables reliable communication between machines, devices, and people at customer sites. This role involves leading the global strategy and portfolio for site connectivity, specifically addressing complex environments like mines and construction sites where traditional connectivity is insufficient. The Director will oversee the integration of private 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi, satellite communications, edge computing, and equipment data systems to support autonomous and data-driven operations. Key responsibilities include managing large-scale programs, identifying market opportunities, and collaborating across engineering and commercial teams. The position requires expertise in IoT, cloud technology, and cybersecurity to translate customer problems into scalable, secure, and reliable connectivity solutions across diverse global geographies.

What you'll do

  • Own the global strategy and portfolio for site connectivity solutions, including investment priorities and long-term roadmaps.
  • Define the vision for how machines, devices, and people connect and share information across complex customer sites.
  • Lead the integration of technologies such as private 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi, satellite communications, and edge computing.
  • Translate customer operational challenges into practical connectivity solutions that support automation and real-time monitoring.
  • Establish processes for determining priorities, risks, and business outcomes across the connectivity portfolio.
  • Lead multiple large and complex programs to ensure reliable and scalable deployment of connectivity solutions globally.
  • Manage and develop a global organization of managers, senior technical leaders, and subject matter experts.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with technology providers and external partners to accelerate capability development.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, or a related field.
  • Significant experience leading connectivity, technology infrastructure, connected products, or digital solutions in complex environments.
  • Experience with technologies such as private 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi, satellite, connected equipment/IoT, or edge computing.
  • Experience deploying technology into physical operating environments where connectivity and real-time information are critical.
  • Proven ability to lead multiple large technology programs or product portfolios simultaneously across multiple locations.
  • Demonstrated ability to connect technology decisions to customer problems, operational improvements, and business value.
  • Experience leading large organizations including managers, senior technical leaders, and highly specialized technical professionals.
  • Experience successfully moving complex technology solutions from strategy and development through deployment and ongoing operation.

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